Hotel Brummell is on Carrer Nou de la Rambla 174, in El Poble-sec, the neighbourhood that climbs from the Paral·lel avenue toward Montjuïc. The booking listing shows a four-class hotel with a guest score of 9.4, described as exceptional, from 154 reviews, and a short list of amenities that is generous for a property of its size: an outdoor pool, a garden and terrace, a restaurant and bar, a gym, a sauna and yoga classes. Breakfast is available for a fee. A guest review mentions about twenty rooms, while the booking page shows eight room types, so this is a small, personal hotel rather than a large one. The booking page places it close to La Rambla and Barcelona Cathedral, with walking times of nine minutes to Port de Barcelona, thirteen to Montjuïc and thirteen to La Rambla, and about a sixteen-minute drive to Barcelona El Prat Airport. That puts it outside the main tourist crush but still within an easy stroll of the old town, the port and the hill.
Who it suits
Couples, solo travellers and wellness-minded visitors who want a quiet base with a pool, rather than a big-brand hotel in the centre. Poble-sec is known for its tapas bars along Carrer de Blai and the nearby Paral·lel theatres, so it is also a good fit for food lovers who want a local feel.
The Montjuïc museums, the Magic Fountain and Poble Espanyol are within reach, which makes it a practical choice for visitors who plan to spend a day on the hill. It is less suited to travellers who want to be on Passeig de Gràcia or in the Gothic Quarter itself.
Staying well
The garden and pool are the highlights, so ask about seasonal opening for the pool and the times of yoga classes when you book. Because the hotel is small, rooms in the best categories sell out early, so reserve in advance for spring and summer. Walk to the port or up to Montjuïc on your first morning to get a sense of the area, and use Carrer de Blai for an evening of small plates. The airport is a short drive, which helps if you arrive or leave at an awkward hour.
Value
Rates are mid-range for Barcelona, with good value for the facilities, especially in the shoulder seasons. Tourist tax is added per person per night. The case for staying here is the combination of pool, garden and local neighbourhood at a price that is lower than the main boulevards. Compare it with the other mid-range hotels in this guide and check the cancellation terms before you book. If you want to stay close to the main sights and are happy with a ten-to-fifteen-minute walk to the centre, it is an appealing choice.
Why stay here
- ✓Outdoor pool
- ✓Garden and terrace
- ✓Restaurant and bar
- ✓Sauna
- ✓Yoga classes
- ✓Gym
- ✓Walk to Montjuïc
- ✓Free wifi and air conditioning
Good questions
Where is Hotel Brummell?+
On Carrer Nou de la Rambla 174 in El Poble-sec, about thirteen minutes' walk from La Rambla and from Montjuïc, and nine minutes from the port.
Does it have a pool?+
Yes. The booking page shows an outdoor pool, a garden and terrace, a sauna and yoga classes.
How big is the hotel?+
It is small: the booking page shows eight room types, and a guest review mentions about twenty rooms.
